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VPS-2300 HDTV Video Scaler/Processor User Guide Crystalio is the realisation of a dream long held by the engineers and product designers at Pixel Magic Systems Ltd. To create a modular, expandable, network ready video processing solution using the best of breed components, to deliver a truly breathtaking visual experience at an affordable price point. “We dreamt of a product that would be powerful and configurable enough for the Videophile, but at the same time accessible to the film enthusiast that cares about the picture, not the technology. Finally, it had to integrate with the new breed of 21st century ‘connected homes’. We are happy that we achieved these goals” Crystalio is here Relax and enjoy the show Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Contents Contents ................................................................................................................................................................ 2 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................ 5 Compatible Equipment....................................................................................................................................... 6 Product Registration........................................................................................................................................... 7 Video Processing History ................................................................................................................................... 8 How did it all start? ......................................................................................................................................... 8 Video Processing Technology Primer............................................................................................................... 11 Aspect Ratio Conversion .............................................................................................................................. 11 Putting it all together..................................................................................................................................... 12 Overview of Crystalio Controls and Connections.............................................................................................. 13 Front Panel Controls .................................................................................................................................... 13 Rear Panel ................................................................................................................................................... 17 Getting Started................................................................................................................................................. 20 Mains ........................................................................................................................................................... 20 Video Inputs ................................................................................................................................................. 20 Video Outputs .............................................................................................................................................. 21 Configuring your Video Source..................................................................................................................... 21 Configure Crystalio Input .............................................................................................................................. 21 Configure Crystalio Output ........................................................................................................................... 21 Switch On..................................................................................................................................................... 22 Configure Output Format / Resolution .......................................................................................................... 22 Configure Aspect Ratio................................................................................................................................. 22 Congratulations! ........................................................................................................................................... 22 Crystalio Configuration..................................................................................................................................... 23 Pixel Magic System – configuration of output display device ........................................................................ 23 1. Input Select .................................................................................................................................................. 25 Description ................................................................................................................................................... 25 Available Modes........................................................................................................................................... 25 2. Aspect Ratio................................................................................................................................................. 25 Description ................................................................................................................................................... 26 Rev 1.2.0 Page 2 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Available Modes........................................................................................................................................... 26 Configuration (Standard) .............................................................................................................................. 26 Configuration (Custom) ................................................................................................................................ 27 3. Video Settings .............................................................................................................................................. 28 Description ................................................................................................................................................... 28 Available Modes........................................................................................................................................... 28 Configuration................................................................................................................................................ 29 4. Advanced ..................................................................................................................................................... 30 Description ................................................................................................................................................... 30 Available Modes........................................................................................................................................... 30 5. System Config.............................................................................................................................................. 39 Description ................................................................................................................................................... 39 Available Modes........................................................................................................................................... 39 6. A.R Profile.................................................................................................................................................... 57 Description ................................................................................................................................................... 57 Available Modes........................................................................................................................................... 57 7. Video Profile................................................................................................................................................. 59 Description ................................................................................................................................................... 59 Available Modes........................................................................................................................................... 59 8. Pixel Magic System...................................................................................................................................... 62 Description ................................................................................................................................................... 62 Remote Control (Optional) ................................................................................................................................... 65 Main Menu ....................................................................................................................................................... 66 Crystalio 1 sub-menu ....................................................................................................................................... 67 Crystalio 2 sub-menu ....................................................................................................................................... 68 Crystalio 3 sub-menu ....................................................................................................................................... 69 Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................... 70 No LEDs displayed (including power) ........................................................................................................... 70 Power LED is On, but no other LEDs shown / LCD not showing a display.................................................... 70 No Picture is Displayed ................................................................................................................................ 70 Picture is displayed but is unstable............................................................................................................... 70 Picture appears stretched............................................................................................................................. 70 Product Support ................................................................................................................................................... 71 Specifications....................................................................................................................................................... 72 Rev 1.2.0 Page 3 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Safety Information................................................................................................................................................ 74 Support and Warranty Information ....................................................................................................................... 76 Rev 1.2.0 Page 4 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Introduction Thank you for purchasing Crystalio, the next generation of video processors! Before we get started let us just check that you have all of the following contents: • Crystalio VPS-2300 Video Processor • Remote Control • Mains power lead • Pixel Magic DVD • Crystalio User Guide (CD-ROM) • Firmware upgrade cable • USB Firmware upgrade thumb disk • Rack mounting brackets If any items are missing please contact your Crystalio retailer immediately Rev 1.2.0 Page 5 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Compatible Equipment Any source device capable of outputting • Composite Video • S-Video • RGsB (Sync on Green) • RGBs (Separate Sync) • Component (Y-Pb-Pr) • VGA (HD15) • Digital DVI • SDI (Serial Digital Interface) Any analogue or digital display capable of inputting • Analogue RGBHV • Analogue RGB with composite sync • Analogue Component (Y-Pb-Pr) • Analogue Component (Y-Cb-Cr) • Digital DVI Rev 1.2.0 Page 6 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Product Registration To ensure that you are covered by the 12 month warranty, you must ensure that you register your product. Registration is completed online at www.crystalio.com/support and will just take a couple of minutes. You will need your serial number so please make a note of it prior to installing your Crystalio. Registration will entitle you to technical information, online product help, and of course software updates as Crystalio is enhanced in the future. Rev 1.2.0 Page 7 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Video Processing History Crystalio is designed to deliver the best viewing experience from your video sources and video display device. This is achieved by using award winning technology from Faroudja, inventors of the DCDi® technology which is used in a wide range of different domestic and professional AV components. If you want to simply sit back and enjoy the show, then you do not need to read this section. If however you are interested in the technology that goes in to making a great image then read on! How did it all start? Faroudja®’s technology began in the early 1970s when Yves Faroudja and a group of videophiles invented stateof-the-art video processing technologies and began licensing them to other companies. In the 1990s, Faroudja became involved in the specification of High-Definition TV (HDTV). This is a new television standard which is being introduced at different rates worldwide, and vastly improves the quality of the image that is displayed. How is this achieved? Well quite simply by increasing the amount of picture detail used to make the image. To put this in to perspective, a standard definition (SDTV) image is made up of around ¼ million pixels, or points of light. This sounds like an awful lot of information, more than would ever be required to display a good quality TV image. However, when this standard was defined the maximum screen sizes that could be used in a domestic environment were much smaller than those available today. Consider that a 50” screen has four times the area of a 25” display, and with the increased use of projection systems meaning that 100” or even 200” screen sizes are commonplace (16 times the visible area). Suddenly, ¼ million isn’t very much detail at all, and the result is any problems in the image are now magnified to such an extent that the viewing pleasure is reduced. The solution is to use more pixels to make up the image, and HD increases this by a factor of eight to 2 million. This makes a huge difference to the quality of the image, which has been likened to ‘looking through a window’ – it really is that good. However, while the hardware industry has now started to produce affordable HD capable displays, the availability of source devices and programming to use with HD devices has been limited. The amount of HD programming material is miniscule compared to the availability of SD material, which means that if you simply connect your SD video source to your high quality display you will often be very disappointed with the results. Rev 1.2.0 Page 8 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide From SD to HD It was obvious to the engineers at Faroudja that for the pioneering broadcasters offering HD programming, that there would need to be a solution to that fact there were virtually no HD programs available. The solution was to build a device capable of ‘up-conversion’, increasing the detail of SD material in to HD. This of course was a highly complex task to achieve, using specialised software the device had to ‘guess’ how to take ¼ million pixels and produce a realistic looking 2 million pixel image, essentially creating nearly 90% of the image information from the remaining 10%. Faroudja were successful, and in June 1998, Yves Faroudja was presented the Charles F. Jenkins Lifetime Achievement Award by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. DCDi® The equipment developed to achieve the SD to HD up-conversion for the broadcasters was of course way beyond the budget of the domestic film enthusiast, but with the ever increasing power and sophistication of microprocessors it was clear to Faroudja that this technology could eventually be made available to the domestic market. DCDi® , or (Directional Correlational Deinterlacing) to give it its complete title, pioneered affordable, high quality video processing for the first time in the domestic market. DCDi® eliminates the jaggedness that conventional up-converters introduced to diagonal edges in video. DCDi®s unique algorithm identifies all the moving edges in a scene and adjusts the angle of interpolation at each pixel so that the interpolation always follows the edge instead of crossing it, eliminating stair-casing or jagged edge artefacts. This technology was first used in the Digital Format Converter introduced in 1997 and with its combination of decoding, de-interlacing and enhancement technologies, won an Emmy Award from National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences in 2001. In addition to being used in all Faroudja Home Theater and High Definition Broadcast products, the DCDi algorithm is now incorporated into a wide range of video sources and displays from a wide range of manufacturers, identifiable by the distinctive DCD® logo on their front panel. Why do I need Crystalio? You may be wondering why you need a separate video processor, if you can purchase this award winning technology built in to a projector or a DVD player. The reason is performance and flexibility. Crystalio delivers detailed control over every aspect of the video processing, allowing you (or your installer) to optimise the performance of your overall system to a far greater extent than the systems built in to other equipment. Crystalio also allows you to enjoy this performance from many different types of source device, from basic composite video sources right through to pure digital SDI and DVI video (Serial Digital Video is a specialist video distribution standard used to transmit video in the broadcast industry at maximum quality over long distance using inexpensive co-axial cable, and while it is not available for domestic equipment it is possible to purchase specially Rev 1.2.0 Page 9 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide modified domestic equipment that is SDI enabled. DVI (Digital Video Interface) on the other hand is a technology used by the computer industry to connect digital displays (e.g. plasma panels, LCD monitors etc) to PC video cards, and is only suitable for relatively short distances of a few feet) This means that Crystalio is maximising the performance of all of your video sources, from your old SVHS recordings, your collection of video games consoles, DVD player etc – you can rest assured that when you are viewing these through Crystalio you are seeing them all at their best. Rev 1.2.0 Page 10 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Video Processing Technology Primer Aspect Ratio Conversion The aspect ratio of a video source describes the proportion of the image’s width versus its height. Traditionally, programs made for television have been made at a 4:3 aspect ratio (for every 3 units high the picture is 4 units wide), whereas films have used widescreen aspect ratios (16:9 or wider). The problem is that for the image to look correct (i.e. to prevent the image being distorted or stretched either vertically or horizontally) then every part of the playback ‘chain’, i.e. the video source material, the video source and the display must all be correctly configured. Aspect Ratio Conversion is used to fit images on displays with different aspect ratios while best preserving the correct aspect ratio of the image. NTSC and PAL content, including TV, VCR, Camcorder and video games typically has an aspect ratio of 4:3. NTSC and PAL content can be shown on a 16:9 display using various forms of conversion, including Pillar boxing, Zoom and Non-Linear, referred to as Anamorphic or Panoramic. Faroudja’s technology varies aspect ratio and picture position to handle traditional 4 by 3 aspect ratio sources and the wider 16 by 9 HDTV aspect ratio on a variety of display types and video formats. TrueLife® Enhancement Conventional video enhancement is done by a basic ‘peaking filter’ that enhances the high-frequency components of the video signal. However, this creates unwanted artefacts, which are distracting and spoil the viewing experience. Faroudja does not use a peaking filter to enhance an image, but instead uses its TrueLife® Enhancement technology to identify transitions considered to be the details in an image such as skin texture, freckles or hair. These detail transitions are deliberately enhanced making them more visible and more lifelike. The technology also enhances large edges to create greater depth of perception without introducing visible artefacts or distortion. Film Mode Detection Technology In 1989 Faroudja invented and patented film mode detection or 3:2 pulldown detection. Film-originated content (where conventional film cameras were used as opposed to digital video cameras) that has gone through 3:2 pulldown for conversion to NTSC (the United States television broadcast standard) is detected and the original film frames are recreated by blending the fields back together. Rev 1.2.0 Page 11 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide (If you are unfamiliar with the concepts of ‘pulldown’ then don’t worry, basically it is technique used as part of the process of transferring film to the broadcast standard) However, this creates an artefact (or visible ‘glitch’) known as a comb. Faroudja was the only company with “bad edit” detection capability to detect the original frames of film within the video stream and reconstruct an accurate image. This produced an image free of motion artefacts with full vertical resolution. This Film mode processing is widely accepted in the industry. Cross Colour Suppression Cross colour is an artefact produced by the imperfect decoding of composite video. High frequency luma (brightness) components are incorrectly decoded as chroma (colour) signals, causing colour effects to appear where there should be none. This problem can be detected in many types of “busy” scenes including tiled rooftops, herringbone patterned clothing, leafy scenery, etc. The most common and visible cross colour artefacts are flickering, flashing colours or rainbow patterns. The artefact can be eliminated in still images, but is much more complex to detect and correct in moving images. Faroudja’s Cross Colour Suppression uses motion detection to selectively perform the filtering in an intelligent manner, identifying where there is no motion in the image and using the already existing frame memory for the chroma storage required. Motion Adaptive Noise Reduction Noise on an image is typically eliminated or reduced by filtering. Filtering can be done spatially, (1-D), or temporally, (3-D). Spatial filtering results in a soft image with loss of detail. Temporal filtering does not create loss of detail, but if done incorrectly, does result in smearing or ghosting of moving objects in the image. Faroudja uses Motion Adaptive processing to reduce noise without introducing smearing. Putting it all together Crystalio is the only video processor on the market that uses the latest Faroudja FL2300 DCDi® central processor, so quite simply if you want to enjoy the benefit of over 30 years of pioneering video excellence – Crystalio is your video processor of choice. Rev 1.2.0 Page 12 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Overview of Crystalio Controls and Connections Crystalio has been designed to be very flexible and highly configurable, yet at the same time very easy to use. a number of unique features make this possible First of all, let us familiarise ourselves with the basic controls and indicators Front Panel Controls Power button Press once to switch on, press once again to switch to standby. The status is shown by the Power Indicator LED (see below) Please note – when you have switched off Crystalio please wait at least 10 seconds before switching Crystalio back on again. Power Indicator LED • Green – Crystalio is running • Red – Crystalio is in standby Film and 2:2 Pulldown Indicator LEDS Rev 1.2.0 Film 2:2 Pulldown Mode OFF OFF Video (DCDi) ON OFF Film (3:2 pulldown) Page 13 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide ON ON Film (2:2 pulldown) OFF ON Not applicable RGB indicator LED • On - analogue video output is in RGB mode • Off - analogue video output is in Component Y-Pb-Pr mode Input button Cycles through the various Crystalio video input sources, e.g., SDI1, SDI2, SDI3, Component1, etc. (see table below) Input Name Input Format Displayed HDTV Component HD Analogue Component (YPbPr) HDTV RGBHV HD Analogue RGBHV HDTV RGB HD Analogue RGB sync on Green HDTV DVI HD Digital DVI DVI SDI 1 SDI 1 SDI SDI 2 SDI 2 SDI SDI 3 SDI 3 SDI Component 1* Component 1 Component (YPbPr) Component 2* Component 2 Component (YPbPr) S-Video 1 S-Video 1 SVideo S-Video 2 S-Video 2 SVideo Video 1 Composite video 1 Composite (CVBS) Video 2 Composite video 2 Composite (CVBS) RGB 1* RGB sync on Green 1 RGB sync on Green (RGsB) RGB 2* RGB sync on Green 2 RGB sync on Green (RGsB) RGBs 1* RGB separate sync 1 RGB Separate Sync (RGBS) RGBs 2 * RGB separate sync 2 RGB Separate Sync (RGBS) * Input channel setup through “System Config” -> “Port Arrange” Rev 1.2.0 Page 14 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Output button Cycles through the Crystalio output modes, , , , and Rev 1.2.0 Page 15 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Front panel LCD display and navigation buttons The display has two distinct modes Setup Utilising this display it is possible to control and configure Crystalio as follows. • To enter menu set up mode, press • To highlight previous or next item, press or • To increase or decrease value, press or • To select item or confirm setting, press • To escape and go back one level up of menu setup, press Status Display When Crystalio is not in setup menu mode, it shows the status display, which includes the following useful information: • Video input source • Video source format • Screen aspect ratio • Output resolution/format • Image aspect ratio • Image size • Output selection • Current de-interlacing mode Rev 1.2.0 Page 16 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Rear Panel Power Power Supply cable entry Use only the cable supplied with your Crystalio Power Supply Voltage Selector This must be set to the voltage appropriate to your supply, either 110v or 220v AC. It should have been set correctly by your supplying dealer. Ensure that this is correctly set BEFORE connecting Crystalio to your power supply Video Input connectors These allow you to connect your video sources to Crystalio. Digital Digital Input SDI 1 SDI 2 SDI 3 DVI Rev 1.2.0 Page 17 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Analogue Component/RGB 1 Can be used either as:• RGBS (RGB with composite sync) or RGsB (RGB with Sync on Green) Component/RGB 2 • Component Video Y-Pb-Pr • 1 x Composite (CVBS) video and 1 x SVideo Can be used either as:• RGBS (RGB with composite sync) or RGsB (RGB with Sync on Green) HDTV analog in • Component Video Y-Pb-Pr • 1 x Composite (CVBS) video and 1 x SVideo Can be used either as:• High Definition Component Video Y-Pb-Pr • RGBHV • RGsB (RGB with Sync on Green) Video Output connectors Your display device(s) should be connected to these connectors. Crystalio offers the following connection configurations Digital The DVI (Digital Video Interface) provides the best possible video connection from Crystalio. If you are connecting to a display device that has a DVI terminal then this should be used, as it allows the video information to be passed directly to the display without any conversion from digital to analogue. Analogue 5 x BNC Connectors Rev 1.2.0 Can be used either as:• RGBHV • RGB(Cs) Page 18 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide • Component Video Y-Pb-Pr, Y-Cb-Cr Computer / Network connectivity These are optional/advanced connections USB (Universal Serial Bus) Allows Crystalio to be upgraded using USB ‘memory stick’ devices. RJ45 Ethernet connection Allows Crystalio to be connected to a computer network. Future applications planned for this feature include remote configuration and control of Crystalio RS232 DB9 Male Serial connection To allow Crystalio to be controlled by home theatre control systems Rev 1.2.0 Page 19 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Getting Started Mains 1. Ensure that the voltage selector is set correctly for your mains voltage. If you have any doubts then DO NOT connect your Crystalio, instead contact your dealer for advice. Incorrect setting of the voltage selector will result in serious damage to your unit and also a risk of fire / electrical shock. 2. Connect Crystalio to a power point using the mains cable provided. Video Inputs Crystalio includes a comprehensive set of inputs to allow you to connect a wide range of video sources. For the best results you should • use the highest quality output that your video source provides • use high quality cables for all connections When deciding on which output to use from your device, then use the following list as a guide (best quality first) • SDI or DVI (a direct digital connection from a compatible set top box or DVD player) • RGB(RGsB/RGBS - often available from set top boxes, DVD players etc, and as an optional connection on games consoles. • Component(YpbPr - typically available on mid range to high end DVD players and some games consoles. • S-Video - a general purpose connection found on many devices. It is also sometimes (but incorrectly) referred to as SVHS • Composite - the most common, and the lowest performing video connection. Note – in all cases we recommend that you choose the interlaced output from your source device; instead of the progressive (e.g. 480i instead of 480p). This is to allow Crystalio to perform the conversion from interlaced video to progressive video as Crystalio has sophisticated processing dedicated to this task Rev 1.2.0 Page 20 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Video Outputs For maximum performance you should use the digital connection where possible. The reason for this is that if your display is a digital device (for example a plasma panel, TFT monitor or LCD/LCOS/DLP projector) then the display is built up of a grid of fixed number of elements, or pixels, which are all directly and individually controlled by the internal digital electronics of the display. By utilising the DVI interface of the display, it allows these individual pixels to be directly controlled by Crystalio, bypassing the internal picture processing electronics of the display device, and as a result producing more detailed, accurate images. When deciding on which output to use from your device, then use the following list as a guide (best quality first) • DVI • RGBHV / RGB(Cs) • Component video Configuring your Video Source If your video source has the option to output progressive video (denoted by a number and then the letter ‘p’, for example 480p) then you will usually get superior results by disabling this mode and selecting instead interlaced video (denoted by a number and then the letter ‘i’, for example 480i) The reason for this is that Crystalio features state of the art technology for converting interlaced video in to progressive video, and will usually deliver higher performance than the converter in your source device. Configure Crystalio Input Using the Input Select menu choose the correct input terminal that you have used to connect your video source. Also ensure that the input format is correct (5. System Config ► 1. Input Format) Configure Crystalio Output Using the Output Selection menu (5. System Config ► Output Selection) set Crystalio to utilize the RGBHV, RGB(Cs), DVI, YPbPr or YCbCr connection as required. Rev 1.2.0 Page 21 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Switch On Press the Power switch, and the Power LED should show green and the LCD display illuminate. Note that you will need to wait for approximately 40 seconds for Crystalio to initialize and for video to be displayed. If you do not see video as expected, then refer to the Troubleshooting section. Configure Output Format / Resolution For optimum display you should set Crystalio to output a video signal that matches your display perfectly. See the section Crystalio Configuration section for details on how to achieve this. If however you just want to perform a quick test to confirm that all of your connections are in place and that you are able to display a picture then you may decide to skip that section for the time being. Configure Aspect Ratio Use the option 5. System Config ► Screen A.R. menu to set the aspect ratio to match your display aspect ratio. Congratulations! You now have a basic configuration. Of course there is much more fine-tuning that you can do to fully optimize the performance, and this is discussed in more detail in the following sections. Rev 1.2.0 Page 22 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Crystalio Configuration Pixel Magic System – configuration of output display device Pixel Magic System (PMS) is a revolutionary automated configuration tool designed to let you match Crystalio perfectly to your chosen display. Why do we want to do this? Simple, all display devices have an optimum mode, where they deliver the best picture performance. Digital Displays For digital displays (e.g. LCOS / LCD / DLP projectors, LCD/TFT Televisions/Monitors, Plasma Televisions/Monitors etc) then these devices create the picture from a large number of pixels, or points of light. The best picture with these devices is achieved by • Delivering the picture signal digitally using digital video interface (DVI) • Sending a picture that ‘fits’ exactly the number of pixels that the display device physically has. This is known as 1:1 pixel mapping, or driving the display at its ‘native resolution’ Analogue Displays These are typically CRT (cathode ray tube) displays, where the picture is made up of 3 display tubes (red, green and blue). This technology is utilised in some rear projection televisions (RPTVS) and also in some projectors, and of course in conventional computer monitors. Analogue displays are not built up from individual pixels, and therefore do not have a ‘native resolution’ as such. However, they do have a range of resolutions where they deliver their best performance, and therefore of course should be utilised in that mode Setup The optimum resolution varies for each display device, but this is not a problem for Crystalio. It has been designed to match the resolution of almost any display device available on the market. This can be set in 3 different ways 1. Select your device from the list of named devices If your device is listed on the Crystalio library of devices, then simply select it from the list as follows Rev 1.2.0 Page 23 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide System Config ► Output Selection ► RGBHV or DVI System Config ► Resolution ► Preset Models ► select from list Note: if your device is not listed, then do not worry; you can still configure Crystalio to match your device settings as described in the next section. -or2. Set Crystalio to match your display specification Check with the documentation that came with your display for the recommended optimum display settings. These will typically be described (for digital devices) as a number of pixels, for example 1280 x 720, which indicates the number of pixels horizontally, by the number of vertical pixels that make up the picture. System Config ► Resolution ► select from list -or3. Use the Pixel Magic System tools See Section 8. Pixel Magic System for more information. Rev 1.2.0 Page 24 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 1. Input Select Description This option allows you to select the active video source. Note that if you have configured Crystalio to hide 1 or more sources, then these will not be shown. Available Modes 1. Input Select Input Format HDTV Compnt HD Analogue Component (YPbPr) HDTV RGBHV HD Analogue RGBHV HDTV RGB HD Analogue RGB sync on Green HDTV DVI HD Digital DVI DVI SDI 1 SDI 1 SDI SDI 2 SDI 2 SDI SDI 3 SDI 3 SDI Component 1* Component 1 Component (YPbPr) Component 2* Component 2 Component (YPbPr) S-Video 1 S-Video 1 SVideo S-Video 2 S-Video 2 SVideo Video 1 Composite video 1 Composite (CVBS) Video 2 Composite video 2 Composite (CVBS) RGB 1* RGB sync on Green 1 RGB sync on Green (RGsB) RGB 2* RGB sync on Green 2 RGB sync on Green (RGsB) RGBs 1* RGB separate sync 1 RGB Separate Sync (RGBS) RGBs 2 * RGB separate sync 2 RGB Separate Sync (RGBS) * Input channel setup through “System Config” -> “Port Arrange” Rev 1.2.0 Page 25 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 2. Aspect Ratio Description Crystalio features sophisticated Aspect Control management using UltraAR™, allowing almost any aspect ratio (including custom ratios) to be used with almost any device. Available Modes 2. Aspect Ratio Source Material Aspect Ratio 4:3 4:3 16:9 16:9 16:9 Letterbox 16:9 Letterbox 2.35:1 Anamorphic 2.35:1 Same as Screen Use this mode if the source image aspect ratio is same as screen aspect ratio Customize Allows custom control over the aspect ratio for non standard material Configuration (Standard) • Enter setup mode by pressing • Aspect Ratio • Select the appropriate mode from the list Rev 1.2.0 Page 26 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Configuration (Custom) • Enter setup mode by pressing < SETUP > • Aspect Ratio • Select the Customize option. • o to decrease aspect ratio o to increase aspect ratio o confirm selection o to cancel the selection The increment/decrement of aspect ratio is 0.05, except that it will also stop at 4:3 (1.33:1) and 16:9 (1.78:1) Rev 1.2.0 Page 27 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 3. Video Settings Description Crystalio allows you to configure the appearance of the video being displayed, with a range of parameters. Available Modes 3. Video Setting Function Available range Brightness Adjusts display brightness -999 to 999 Contrast Adjusts display contrast -18 to 14 Colour Adjusts display colour saturation -99 to 99 Hue Adjusts display hue -180 to 180 Sharpness Adjusts display sharpness 0 to 100 Note: This setting is same as adjust TrueLife Luma Edge Eff. R Offset Adjusts Red element of display saturation -999 to 999 G Offset Adjusts Green element of display saturation -999 to 999 B Offset Adjusts Blue element of display saturation -999 to 999 R Gain Adjusts Red gain -99 to 99 G Gain Adjusts Green gain -99 to 99 B Gain Adjusts Blue gain -99 to 99 Black Enhancer Black Enhancer improves black level details Natural Black / Enhanced Black Voltage Pump Voltage Pump drives analogue output voltage up On / Off Note: This setting will available when analogue output is selected. Rev 1.2.0 Page 28 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Configuration • Enter setup mode by pressing • Video Settings • select the appropriate Video Setting from the list o to decrease value o to increase value o to increase value in increments of 10 o to decrease value in increments of 10 o confirms the selection o to cancel the selection Rev 1.2.0 Page 29 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 4. Advanced Description These settings allow Crystalio to be configured to suit complex environments, enabling you to configure many of the Faroudja video processing options to maximise the picture quality. Note The DCDi®, Deinterlace and Noise Reducer will be hidden in this menu of HDTV input has been selected. Available Modes 4. Advanced Available modes DCDi® Faroudja developed DCDi® (Directional Correlational De-interlacing) technology to eliminate the jaggedness that conventional up-converters introduced to diagonal edges in video. DCDi®’s unique algorithm identifies all the moving edges in a scene and adjusts the angle of interpolation at each pixel so that the interpolation always follows the edge instead of crossing it, eliminating stair-casing or jagged edge artefact, to produce a smooth and natural looking image. On Activate DCDi® de-interlacing Off Deactivate DCDi® de-interlacing Deinterlace Auto Crystalio will automatically select the most appropriate de-interlace method. The method selected can either be Rev 1.2.0 Page 30 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 4. Advanced Available modes • DCDi® • Film 3:2 Pulldown • Film 2:2 Pulldown Even (PAL only) • Film 2:2 Pulldown Odd (PAL only) Video DCDi® de-interlacing only NTSC@30 On Crystalio will automatically select the most appropriate de-interlace method. The method selected can either be • Film 3:2 Pulldown • Film 2:2 Pulldown Even (NTSC/PAL) • Film 2:2 Pulldown Odd (NTSC/PAL) • DCDi® 2:2 Even Film 2:2 Pulldown Even 2:2 Odd Film 2:2 Pulldown Odd Note If DCDi® is switched off in the Advanced menu setting then simple video de-interlace will be used instead of DCDi Noise Reducer This is useful for improving the quality of off-air material Options Rev 1.2.0 • Hi • Medium • Lo • Off Page 31 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 4. Advanced Available modes True Life ™ Conventional video enhancement is done by a “peaking filter” that enhances the high-frequency components of the video signal. However, this creates unwanted artefacts. Faroudja does not use a peaking filter to enhance an image, instead it uses its TrueLife™ Enhancement technology to identify transitions considered to be the details in an image such as skin texture, freckles or hair. These detail transitions are deliberately enhanced making them more visible and more lifelike. The technology also enhances large edges to create greater depth of perception without introducing visual artefacts or distortion Detail Eff Sets the level of Horizontal Detail enhancement Detail Thd Sets the threshold point for the introduction of Horizontal Detail enhancement Luma Edge Eff Sets the level of Horizontal Edge Luma enhancement Luma Edge Thd Sets the threshold point for the introduction of Horizontal Edge Luma enhancement Chroma Edge Eff Sets the level of Horizontal Edge Chroma enhancement Chroma Edge Thd Sets the threshold point the introduction of Horizontal Edge Chroma enhancement V Luma Edge Eff Sets the level of Vertical Details enhancement Rev 1.2.0 Page 32 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 4. Advanced Available modes V Luma Edge Thd Sets the threshold point for the introduction of Vertical Detail enhancement Zoom This setting allows the displayed image to be scaled to perfectly fit the display device. Full Width Crystalio will set the width of the image to match the dimensions of the display device Full Height Crystalio will set the height of the image to match the dimensions of the display device Best Fit This automatically selects Full Width and Full Height options together, so that the image displayed fills the dimensions of the display device. Source Width Crystalio will set the width of the image to match the dimensions of the video source. No horizontal scaling is taking place in this mode Source Height Crystalio will set the height of the image to match the dimensions of the video source. No vertical scaling is taking place in this mode Customize This allows fine manual control over the exact image size Configuration Enter setup mode by pressing 4. Advanced ► Zoom ► Customize to decrease value Rev 1.2.0 Page 33 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 4. Advanced Available modes to increase value confirm selection to cancel the selection Zoom In Crystalio will enlarge the image by increments of x0.1 Zoom Out Crystalio will shrink the image by decrements of x0.1 Note Zoom takes place in increments of 0.02 The displayed image can not be enlarged beyond 10 times the original source image dimensions, nor can it be reduced to less than half of the source image dimensions. Zoom to Line Crystalio will enlarge/shrink the image to exact line Position This setting allows the displayed image to be moved to perfectly fit the display device. Center Crystalio will reset the image position to be central on the display device Customize This allows fine manual control over the exact image position Configuration Enter setup mode by pressing 4. Advanced ► Position ► Customize to move image left to move image right to move image up to move image down Rev 1.2.0 Page 34 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 4. Advanced Available modes confirm selection to cancel the selection Note When initially pressing the arrow keys the image will move 30 pixels at a time. If the same arrow key is held then the movement will accelerate, similarly if the opposite key is pressed the movement will decelerate. Crystalio automatically limits the position function to ensure that the image is not moved completely off the visible area Crop The crop function allows areas of the displayed image to be masked, useful if you do not want part of the image to be visible on the display device Crop Top Remove a section of the top area of the image Crop Bottom Remove a section of the bottom area of the image Crop Left Remove a section of the left area of the image Crop Right Remove a section of the right area of the image Configuration (Custom) Enter setup mode by pressing 4. Advanced ► Crop Select which part of the image to crop, either Top, Bottom. Left or Right to decrease the area being cropped for ‘Crop Top’ to decrease the area being cropped for ‘Crop Bottom’ to decrease the area being cropped for ‘Crop Left’ to decrease the area being cropped for ‘Crop Right’ Rev 1.2.0 Page 35 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 4. Advanced Available modes confirm selection to cancel the selection Note When initially pressing the arrow keys the image will crop 30 pixels at a time. If the same arrow key is held then the crop rate will accelerate, similarly if the opposite key is pressed the crop rate will decelerate. Film Detect Define the film mode detection window. On some cases when the source has sub-title, the de-interlacing method used may not be correct. So, use this control for adjustment. Normal Wnd Film mode detection uses the whole image for detection Small Wnd Film mode detection uses partial image for detection NLS Non-linear stretching to display 4:3 material on 16:9 displays On The Non-linear stretching is active Off The Non-linear stretching is disabled Note Only resolution 848x480, 856x480, 960x540 and 1280x720 can use this feature Back Light For some viewing environments it is preferable to black out the LCD display. On Rev 1.2.0 Page 36 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 4. Advanced Available modes The LCD is illuminated whenever Crystalio is running (i.e. not in standby mode) Active The LCD is illuminated whenever the content is changing, for example as menus are being selected. After a short period of inactivity the illumination switches off automatically Off The LCD backlighting is disabled. LEDs For some viewing environments it is preferable to black out the front panel LEDs. Active The LEDs are illuminated to show the current status, Off The LEDs are disabled. Note – the power LED cannot be disabled. Hide Input Crystalio has a comprehensive set of input connections. For ease of use it may be more convenient to remove any unused inputs from the menu selections. For example, if you are not using Composite video connections, then by hiding these inputs it reduces 8 items from the input menu. Configuration Enter setup mode by pressing 4. Advanced ► Hide Input Select which input to hide from the list Select either Hide or Show as required Note – the current input cannot be hidden Rev 1.2.0 Page 37 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 4. Advanced Available modes Remap Button On Crystalio remote control, there are no “16:9 Letter Box” nor “Toggle D/A” buttons. User can redefine some buttons to perform these operations 16:9 Letter Box • N/A(default) • 2:35:1 [ “2:35:1” button is replaced with “16:9 LetterBox” function] Toggle D / A • N/A(default) • LED ACTIVE [ “LED ACTIVE” button is replaced with “Toggle D/A” button ] • LED OFF [ “LED OFF” button is replaced with “Toggle D/A” button ] • LCD ON [ “LCD ON” button is replaced with “Toggle D/A” button ] • LCD ACTIVE [ “LCD ACTIVE” button is replaced with “Toggle D/A” button ] • Firmware Upgrade LCD OFF [ “LCD OFF” button is replaced with “Toggle D/A” button ] This allows the internal Crystalio software to be updated, either from a USB memory key, or via the network connection. For detailed instructions please refer to www.crystalio.com/support Rev 1.2.0 Page 38 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5. System Config Description The settings in this section are used during the initial installation and setup. These settings include defining the display device parameters, connection types etc. Available Modes 5 System Config Input Format Available modes SDTV Standard Definition video – with auto format selection (NTSC or PAL) 480i (NTSC) 480 interlaced NTSC video 576i (PAL) 576 interlaced PAL video PAL60 PAL 60 video 480p (NTSC) 480 progressive scan NTSC video 576p (PAL) 576 progressive scan PAL video 720p 720 Hi-Definition (HD) progressive video Rev 1.2.0 Page 39 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes 1080i@50Hz 1080 Hi-Definition (HD) interlaced video with refresh rate 50 1080i@60Hz 1080 Hi-Definition (HD) interlaced video with refresh rate 60 800x600p Resolution 800x600 video source 1024x768p Resolution 1024x768 video source 1280x1024p Resolution 1280x1024 video source HDTV Hi-Definition(HD) video – with auto format selection Note If the input format is incorrectly set no image will be displayed The input format options SDTV, 480i(NTSC) and 576i(PAL) are only displayed in this menu of SDTV input has been selected The input format options PAL60 are only displayed in this menu of S-Video or Video input has been selected The input format options 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i@50, 1080i@60, 800x600p, 1024x768p, 1280x1024p and HDTV are only displayed in this menu of HDTV input has been selected HD Active Wnd Adjust the active window of HD input source. For different HD source input, this value may need to adjust to get the whole source image. X: Adjust the X position of HD active window. Rev 1.2.0 Page 40 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes Y: Adjust the Y position of HD active window. Note HD Active Wnd only available for Hi-Definition input port Different HD input port has its own HD Active Wnd setting Output Select This configures the format of the analogue video outputs. RGBHV Analogue output is in RGBHV format DVI Digital output YPbPr Analogue output is component video (YPbPr) YCbCr Analogue output is component video (YCbCr) RGB(Cs) Analogue output is in RGB format with composite sync Resolution For optimum performance it is essential that this setting is correct for the connected display. Preset Models Choose from a library of popular displays Rev 1.2.0 • Epson TW100 • Fuj 1024x1024 • Hitachi 42 Alis • InFocus 7205 Page 41 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes • Mrz VP-12S3 • JVC SX21 • JVC DLA-G10 • JVC DLA-G11 • JVC DLA-G15 • JVC DLA-G20 • JVC DLA-HX1 • JVC DLA-M2000 • JVC DLA-M15U • NEC 42MP2 • Pana PT-AE500 • Pana TH-42PHW6 • Sanyo PLV-Z2 • Sharp 201 • Shp XV-Z12000U • Sony Qualia • Sony HS-10 • Panasonic TH-50PHD6 800x600 Sets the output resolution to 800x600 848x480 Sets the output resolution to 848x480 856x480 Sets the output resolution to 856x480 960x540 Sets the output resolution to 960x540 1024x768 Sets the output resolution to 1024x768 Rev 1.2.0 Page 42 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes 1280x720 Sets the output resolution to 1280x720 1280x768 Sets the output resolution to 1280x768 1280x960 Sets the output resolution to 1280x960 1280x1024 Sets the output resolution to 1280x1024 1360x768 Sets the output resolution to 1360x768 1368x768 Sets the output resolution to 1368x768 1400x1050 Sets the output resolution to 1400x1050 1440x960 Sets the output resolution to 1400x960 1152x864 Sets the output resolution to 1152x864 1024x1024 ALiS Sets the output resolution to 1024x1024 ALiS 1024x576 Sets the output resolution to 1024x576 Rev 1.2.0 Page 43 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes 1366x768 Sets the output resolution to 1366x768 852x480 Sets the output resolution to 852x480 852x576 Sets the output resolution to 852x576 1024x576(1) Sets the output resolution to 1024x576 but with different timing as before 1024x852 Sets the output resolution to 1024x852 1024x1024 Sets the output resolution to 1024x1024 1360x1024 Sets the output resolution to 1360x1024 1360x1024(1) Sets the output resolution to 1360x1024 but with different timing as before 1360x1024(2) Sets the output resolution to 1360x1024 but with different timing as before 1365x1024 Sets the output resolution to 1365x1024 1365x1024(1) Sets the output resolution to 1365x1024 Rev 1.2.0 Page 44 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes 1400x788 Sets the output resolution to 1400x788 1440x1152 Sets the output resolution to 1440x1152 1440x720 Sets the output resolution to 1440x720 1400x1050(A) Sets the output resolution to 1400x1050 designed for analog output Customize If your display does not match any of the pre-defined settings then you can enter the parameters here to match Crystalio exactly to its characteristics. Note: Before you modify these settings it is important that you check the capabilities of the display device. Incorrect settings might cause permanent damage to your display. If you are in any doubt then contact your display manufacturer / dealer for advice. H. Scan Rate Enter the horizontal scan rate in the format xxx.yyy KHz H. Active Pixel Enter the number of horizontal active pixels H. Front Porch Rev 1.2.0 Page 45 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes Enter the horizontal front porch H. Sync Width Set the horizontal sync width H. Back Porch Enter the horizontal back porch V. Refresh Rate Enter the vertical refresh rate in the format xx.yy frames per second V. Active Pixel Enter the number of vertical active pixels V. Front Porch Enter the vertical front porch V. Sync Width Set the vertical sync width V. Back Porch Enter the vertical back porch Confirm Confirm the above settings Rev 1.2.0 Page 46 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes Configuration Enter setup mode by pressing 5. System Config ► Resolution ► Customize select the appropriate parameter from the list to left digit to right digit to increase value to decrease value confirm selection to cancel the selection Customized Timing The customized timing will store the user defined timing. The timing will be stored even user turn off Crystalio. Apply Apply the current selected customized timing Edit Change the customized timing detail. The procedure is same as Customize Delete Delete current customized timing. Note: If current customized timing is in use or used by DynaVOut, this customized timing can not be deleted. Rename Rename the name of customized timing. Rev 1.2.0 Page 47 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes Note: User can store up to 50 customized timing in Crystalio. Output Format [email protected] 480 progressive NTSC video with 59.94Hz refresh rate 480p@60Hz 480 progressive NTSC video with 60Hz refresh rate 540p@60Hz 540 progressive video 576p@50Hz 576 progressive PAL video 720p@60Hz 720 Hi-Definition (HD) progressive video 768p@60Hz 768p Hi-Definition (HD) progressive video [email protected] 960 Hi-Definition (HD) progressive video (1440x960) with 59.94Hz refresh rate [email protected] 960 Hi-Definition (HD) progressive video (1440x960) with 60Hz refresh rate 1024p@60Hz 1024 Hi-Definition (HD) progressive video 1050p@60Hz Rev 1.2.0 Page 48 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes 1050 Hi-Definition (HD) progressive video 1080i@50Hz 1080 Hi-Definition (HD) interlaced video with 50Hz refresh rate 1080i@60Hz 1080 Hi-Definition (HD) interlaced video with 60Hz refresh rate 1080p@60Hz 1080 Hi-Definition (HD) progressive video 1152p@50Hz 1152 Hi-Definition (HD) progressive video (1440x1152) 720p@60Hz(1) 720 Hi-Definition (HD) progressive video but with different timing as before [email protected](1) 1080 Hi-Definition (HD) progressive video but with different timing as before 720p@50Hz 720 Hi-Definition (HD) progressive video 720p@50Hz(1) 720 Hi-Definition (HD) progressive video but with different timing as before Set Refresh Rt If your display does not match the pre-defined refresh rate settings then you can enter the parameters here to match Crystalio exactly to its characteristics. Options: • Rev 1.2.0 @24 Page 49 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes • @25 • @30 • @48 • @50 • @59.94 • @60 • @72 • Customize Note: Before you modify these settings it is important that you check the capabilities of the display device. Incorrect settings might cause permanent damage to your display. If you are in any doubt then contact your display manufacturer / dealer for advice. Customize Set customize refresh rate that not in the list above. Customized Refresh Rate The customized refresh rate will store the user defined refresh rate timing. The timing will be stored even user turn off Crystalio. Apply Apply the current selected customized refresh rate timing Edit Change the customized refresh rate timing detail. The procedure is same as Set Refresh Rt Delete Delete current customized refresh rate timing. Note: Rev 1.2.0 Page 50 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes If current customized refresh rate timing is in use or used by DynaVOut, this customized refresh rate timing can not be deleted. Rename Rename the name of customized refresh rate timing. Note: User can store up to 50 customized timing in Crystalio. DynaVout When activated Crystalio will set the output video format dynamically based on the input video. When NTSC IN Options • Resolution • Format Output Resolution or Format will be changed automatically when input format is 480i (NTSC) When PAL IN Options • Resolution • Format Output Resolution or Format will be changed automatically when input format is 576i (PAL) H-Sync/V-Sync Sets the H-Sync and V-Sync values. H-Sync and V-Sync are used to adjust the output video so that the active region (viewable part) is mapped correctly (centered, or fitting within) the output display device. H-Sync is for horizontal position and V-Sync is for vertical position. Rev 1.2.0 Page 51 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes Note: This function is different from the “Advanced ► Position” because “Advanced ► Position” moves the video image within the active region of the output video, while H-Sync and V-Sync moves the whole output video. Therefore, it is a “System Config” function rather than an “Advanced” function, and for any particular output display device it needs to be set up once. The Pixel Magic function includes a chapter to guide you to set up H-Sync and VSync. Please refer to “Pixel Magic” function. Pre Y/C Delay Set the Pre YC delay. The Pre YC delay is refer to the input source. Level 1 to Level 8 represent different Pre Y/C delay timing Post Y/C Delay Set the Post YC delay. The Post YC delay is refer to the output image. Level 1 to Level 8 represent different Post Y/C delay timing Screen A.R. Sets the screen aspect ratio Map Resolution In this mode Crystalio looks at the pixel dimensions of the configured display device and sets the aspect ratio accordingly. E.g. if the display has a resolution set to 1024x768 then the aspect ratio is deemed to be 4:3 4:3 Screen aspect ratio is 4:3 (1.33:1) 16:9 Screen aspect ratio is 16:9 (1.78:1) 2.35:1 Screen aspect ratio is 2.35:1 Customize Rev 1.2.0 Page 52 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes Allows the screen aspect ratio to be set to a non standard/custom setting. Configuration Enter setup mode by pressing 5. System Config ► Screen A.R. ► Customize to decrease ratio to increase ratio confirm selection to cancel the selection Note The aspect ratio adjustment increment is 0.05, with special ‘stop’ positions as 4:3 and 16:9 SDI Polarity This option set the SDI input polarity SDI1 Set SDI1 input source polarity between positive or negative SD2 Set SDI2 input source polarity between positive or negative SDI3 Set SDI2 input source polarity between positive or negative Note Incorrect polarity will make the output image shaking Output Sync Adjust the output sync polarity H-Sync • Negative • Positive V-Sync Rev 1.2.0 • Negative • Positive Page 53 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes Note Output Sync only available for analogue output selected Port Arrange This option set the port arrangement for rear panel. Upper Port Component RGBS RGB Set the Upper Port to one of these following: Component1, RGBS1, RGB1 Lower Port Component RGBS RGB Set the Lower Port to one of these following: Component2, RGBS2, RGB2 DCI PassThr For using HDTV DVI input, user can select this option to enable DVI pass through such that no scaling part will be performed by Crystalio. The output of Crystalio will automatically changed according the input format of source. On • Enable DVI Pass Through • Disable DVI Pass Through Off Hardware Reset This option reset all Crystalio hardware Factory Setting This option sets Crystalio back to factory defaults. These are as follows: 1. Input Select Rev 1.2.0 Page 54 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes SDI 1 2. Aspect Ratio Same as Screen 3. Video Settings Brightness = 0 Contrast = 0 Color = 0 Hue = 0 Sharpness = 0 R Offset = 0 G Offset = 0 B Offset = 0 R Gain = 0 G Gain = 0 B Gain = 0 Black Enhancer = Natural Black Voltage Pump = Off 4. Advanced DCDi = On Deinterlace = Auto Noise Reducer = Off True Life all Effects = 0 True Life all Threshold = 0 Zoom = Best Fit Position = 0,0 Crop Left, Right, Top, Bottom = all 0 Film Detect = Normal Wnd NLS = Off Back Light = Active Rev 1.2.0 Page 55 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes LEDs = Active Hide Input all Input Terminals = Show 5. System Config Input Format all standard definition video input terminals = SDTV Input Format all Hi-Definition (HD) video input terminals = HDTV Output Selection = DVI Resolution = 1024x768 Output Format = undefined (output is set to use exact resolution) DynaVout = not effective H-Sync/V-Sync = 0,0 Screen A.R. = Map Resolution Rev 1.2.0 Page 56 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 6. A.R Profile Description Crystalio allows detailed configuration of aspect ratios, image size and position, and this feature is further enhanced by the ability to store up to 5 sets of aspect ratio profiles. Each profile stores the following settings ! Aspect Ratio ! Zoom ! Position ! Crop Available Modes 6. A.R Profile Available modes Store When selected the current image settings are memorised • Aspect Ratio • Zoom • Position • Crop Select a memory store from the following list Rev 1.2.0 • User 1 • User 2 • User 3 • User 4 • User 5 Page 57 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 6. A.R Profile Available modes Recall When selected the current image settings are recalled • Aspect Ratio • Zoom • Position • Crop Select a memory store from the following list to recall the settings from : Rev 1.2.0 • User 1 • User 2 • User 3 • User 4 • User 5 Page 58 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 7. Video Profile Description Crystalio allows detailed configuration of video parameters (colour, contrast, brightness etc), and this feature is further enhanced by the ability to store up to 5 sets of user defined video profiles . Each profile stores the following settings ! Input Format ! Brightness ! Contrast ! Colour ! R, G, B Offset ! R, G, B Gain ! Hue ! Pre YC Delay ! Post YC Delay ! Sharpness ! Noise Reducer ! De-interlace Mode ! TrueLife Available Modes 7. Video Profile Available modes Store When selected the current image settings are memorised Rev 1.2.0 ! Input Format ! Brightness ! Contrast ! Colour Page 59 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 7. Video Profile Available modes ! R, G, B Offset ! R, G, B Gain ! Hue ! Pre YC Delay ! Post YC Delay ! Sharpness ! Noise Reducer ! De-interlace Mode ! TrueLife Select a memory store from the following list Recall Rev 1.2.0 • User 1 • User 2 • User 3 • User 4 • User 5 When selected the current image settings are recalled ! Input Format ! Brightness ! Contrast ! Colour ! R, G, B Offset ! R, G, B Gain ! Hue ! Pre YC Delay ! Post YC Delay ! Sharpness ! Noise Reducer ! De-interlace Mode ! TrueLife Page 60 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 7. Video Profile Available modes Select a memory store from the following list to recall the settings from : Rev 1.2.0 • User 1 • User 2 • User 3 • User 4 • User 5 Page 61 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 8. Pixel Magic System Description PixelMagic provides an automated mechanism for setting the output display configuration of Crystalio to perfectly match those of your display device. If you already know the settings of your display, then you can select them via 5. System Config ► Resolution. However, there may be circumstances where either the settings are not known, or are not listed in the library of standard settings. This is an automated system that allows you to interactively configure your display until you achieve a perfect image. To use this system you must have a DVD player connected to your display. Also, for best results you should use a DVD player with a digital video connection. This means either a DVI or an SDI connection. The reason for this is that only a digital connection guarantees 100% lossless transfer of the DVD information to Crystalio, necessary for the most accurate setup results. If you do not have access to a DVD player with this capability, then we recommend that you use the setup steps described in 5. System Config. ► Resolution Step 1 Ensure that your DVD player is connected as per the above recommendations, is switched ON and has the PixelMagic DVD inserted. Step 2 Ensure Crystalio input is set to the DVD player Step 3 8. PixelMagic ► Play PixelMagic DVD Chapter 1 Rev 1.2.0 Page 62 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide As described in the prompt shown on the Crystalio display, select and play Chapter 1 of the DVD on your DVD player. Step 4 Press < RIGHT > button and go to page 2. Step 5 Crystalio now scales the video so that it is exactly same size as the source resolution If the timing is not correct, select “Custom Timing” to customize the resolution timing. Alternatively you can select “Move Pattern” and move the pattern to make sure every part of the screen is pixel perfect. When this is complete, press and go to Page 3. Step 6 As per the instructions on Page 3, play the PixelMagic DVD Chapter 2. Crystalio now enlarges the video to fit the whole screen. You can now select “H-Sync/V-Sync” and adjust the active video so that it is at the correct position on screen. Step 7 When this is complete, you can press button and go to page 4. Now you may choose to play any one of the Chapters 3 to 6 to further examine whether the output timing is pixel perfect. Step 8 When this is complete, press the button to go back to the main menu. Note: # In any page of PixelMagic, pressing the button ends the PixelMagic section; and pressing the Rev 1.2.0 Page 63 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide button is the same as pressing the button # PixelMagic use “2:2 pulldown” de-interlacing method throughout the whole process, so you will see both “Film” and “2:2 pulldown” LEDs illuminated. Rev 1.2.0 Page 64 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Remote Control (Optional) Crystalio comes complete with a fully programmable infra red remote control (model SRC-2010) to allow convenient access to all of the main functions. For ease of use, the main Crystalio keys are replicated on the remote control as follows Rev 1.2.0 Remote Control Keys Crystalio Keys Page 65 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide The remote control also features a clear LCD display to allow easy navigation. Main Menu The main page consists of 2 sub pages, Page 1 is pre-programmed with three Crystalio submenus, Page 2 is configurable to support the other AV components within your home theater. Note : for information regarding the custom programming of the remote to match your home theater configuration please see the manufacturers user guide provided. Each Crystalio button on the remote control activates a set of sub-menus, which are detailed below. The buttons within those submenus directly correspond to menu selections made through the front panel. Rev 1.2.0 Page 66 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Crystalio 1 sub-menu Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Source Selection Aspect Ratio Control De-interlacing options Front Panel Settings Equivalent to front panel menu option: 1. Input Select 2. Aspect Ratio 4. Advanced ► 4. Advanced ► Deinterlace Backlight 4. Advanced ► LEDS Front Panel Power Switch Rev 1.2.0 Page 67 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Crystalio 2 sub-menu Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Aspect Ratio Profiles Video Profiles Video Adjustments Image Size Adjustments Equivalent to front panel menu option(s): 6. A.R. Profile ► 7. Video Profile ► Recall ► (User 1 – Recall ► (User 1-User User 6) 5) Rev 1.2.0 3. Video Settings 4. Advanced ► Zoom Page 68 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Crystalio 3 sub-menu Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Image Position System Configuration DynaVout Output Resolution Aspect Ratio and Video Control Adjustments Profile setup Equivalent to front panel menu option(s): 4. Advanced ► 5. System Config ► 5. System Config ► Position Input Format DynaVout 8. Pixel Magic System 6. A.R Profile ► Store 4. Advanced ► Crop Rev 1.2.0 5. System Config ► 5. System Config ► Output Format Output Select 7. Video Profile ► Store 5. System Config ► 5. System Config ► Resolution Screen A.R. Page 69 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Troubleshooting No LEDs displayed (including power) • Check that the unit is connected to a working mains supply, and that it is switched on. Power LED is On, but no other LEDs shown / LCD not showing a display • Check the 4. Advanced ► Backlight and 4. Advanced ► LEDS settings to ensure that these have not been de-activated. No Picture is Displayed • Ensure that Crystalio is active (see above) • Note that it can take up to 1 minute from switching on before the video is displayed as Crystalio completes its initialization process • Check that the correct video input has been selected, that it is correctly cabled and the video source is active • Check that the source video is of the correct format : 5. System Config ► Input Format Picture is displayed but is unstable • Check cabling, in particular that the cable providing video sync is connected correctly Picture appears stretched • Ensure that the aspect ratio of the video source material, video source device and Crystalio are all correctly set. Rev 1.2.0 Page 70 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Product Support Crystalio is designed to provide you with many years of viewing pleasure. If for any reason you encounter a problem with your Crystalio unit then please follow this procedure: # Carefully follow the steps shown in the Troubleshooting section # Contact your dealer for advice # UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU ATTEMPT TO OPEN, REPAIR OR MODIFY YOUR CRYSTALIO UNIT AS THIS COULD EXPOSE YOU TO ELECTRICAL SHOCK, AND/OR SEVERELY DAMAGE YOUR CRYSTALIO. Rev 1.2.0 Page 71 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Specifications • Three SDI (Serial Digital Interface) inputs • Digital DVI and analogue RGBHV/YCrCb outputs • Directional Correlation De-interlacing (DCDi™) for optimal de-interlacing of original video material* • All major TV output formats supported, including 480p, 540p, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p and many more • Advanced 6-tap, 64-phase scaler / up converter to offer top-notch scaling capability • Full manual control of de-interlacing algorithms for advanced users • Preset digital timings of popular digital display devices • User-customizable output resolution to match your own display devices • Tearless frame rate conversion, 50/60/72/75/100/120Hz • Edit correction - film content is continuously monitored for any break in sequence caused by "bad edits" and quickly compensates for the most effective reduction in artefacts* • TrueLife™ enhancer brings out details in the picture and produces a more life-like image • Pixel Magic System™ to help users set Crystalio® output resolution to various display devices in pixel perfect mode • UltraAR™ supports virtually any Video Image aspect ratio from 0.75:1 to 4.00:1, and Display Device aspect ratio from 1:1 to 3:1 • Ten user-customizable independent profiles for each input • Motion Adaptive Noise Reduction to improve picture quality for analogue inputs • Chroma filter to mask the Chroma Up-Sampling Error (also known as CUE or chroma-bug) of MPEG decoders • Adaptive comb filter for excellent chrominance/luminance separation and reduced cross colour and cross luminance artefacts • Real-time status information display on LCD panel including source, video format, output resolution, deinterlacing, aspect ratio, zoom, and more • Non-linear stretching to display 4:3 material on 16:9 displays • Film Mode Processing for proper de-interlacing of 3:2 and 2:2 pulldown material* • HDTV up conversion, scaling and frame-doubling • Brightness, Contrast and Saturation control • R, G, B offset individual control Rev 1.2.0 Page 72 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide • Various Zoom controls including "Best Fit", "Full Width", "Full Height", and customization from 0.5 to 10 times screen height • User-friendly user interface and remote control • Firmware upgradeable through built-in Ethernet and USB ports • Dimensions: 338 x 250 x 88mm • Weight: 6Kg • Power Consumption: 35W Rev 1.2.0 Page 73 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Safety Information • To ensure maximum performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. • Install this unit in a cool, dry, clean place – away from windows, heat sources, sources of excessive vibration, dust, moisture and cold. Avoid sources of humming (transformers, motors). To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose the unit to rain or water. • Never remove the unit cover. Contact your dealer if an object falls inside the unit. • Do not use force on switches, controls or connection wires. When moving the unit, first disconnect the power plug and the wires connected to other equipment. Never pull on the wires themselves. • The openings on the unit cover assure proper ventilation of the unit. If these openings are obstructed, the temperature inside the unit will rise rapidly. Therefore, avoid placing objects against these openings, and install the unit in a well-ventilated area to prevent fire and damage. • Be sure to allow a space of at least 30 cm behind, 20 cm on the both sides and 10 cm above the top panel of the unit to prevent fire and damage. • The voltage selector on the rear panel of this unit must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging into the AC main supply. Voltages are 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz • The voltage used must be the same as that specified on this unit. Using this unit with a higher voltage than specified is dangerous and may result in fire or other accidents. PIXEL MAGIC SYSTEMS LIMITED will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than specified. • Digital signals generated by this unit may interfere with other equipment such as tuners, receivers or TVs. Move this unit farther away from such equipment if interference is observed. • Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents; this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth. • Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section regarding common operating errors before concluding that the unit is faulty. • When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time, disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet. • To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power plug when there is an electrical storm. • Grounding or polarization – Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization of an appliance is not defeated. Rev 1.2.0 Page 74 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide • This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if this unit itself is turned off. This state is called the standby mode. In this mode, this unit is designed to consume a small amount of power. Rev 1.2.0 Page 75 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Support and Warranty Information Pixel Magic Systems Limited ("PMS") warrants Crystalio for One-Year from date of purchase to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in material and workmanship. If, after inspection, you discover any defects in material or workmanship, PMS will have the option to repair, or replace the defective PMS product free of charge. This one-year warranty does not cover damages from normal wear and tear or from accidental damage, misuse, improper care, alterations and damage caused in transportation by a common carrier or airline. There are no other warranties expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and the fitness for a particular purpose beyond the terms of this one-year warranty. The one-year warranty offered by PMS herein may not be modified by any oral representations made by any employee, agent or representative of PMS. Repair or replacement as provided under this warranty is the exclusive remedy of the consumer. PMS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of any expressed or implied warranty on this product, except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this product is limited in duration to the duration of this warranty. If you need to have your PMS product repaired or replaced under the conditions of this one-year warranty, please contact your dealer to make suitable arrangements. Limitation of Liability: (for all PMS customers) BOTH YOURS AND PMS'S LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE PRICE PAID FOR PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL EITHER YOU OR PMS BE LIABLE TO THE OTHER FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM PERFORMANCE OR FAILURE TO PERFORM UNDER THIS AGREEMENT, OR USE OF ANY GOODS OR SERVICE SOLD PURSUANT HERETO, WHETHER DUE TO A BREACH OF CONTRACT, BREACH OF WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE , OR OTHERWISE. NEITHER YOU NOR PMS SHALL HAVE ANY LIABILITY TO THE OTHER FOR INDIRECT OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY CLAIM BY ANY THIRD PARTY EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN. Rev 1.2.0 Page 76